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Please join us for the fifth annual Synapse Life Science Competition Pitch Showcase!

Synapse is a competition designed to take ideas out of the lab, and into the market. Come meet our finalists, and hear the top 3 pitch their ideas on stage for the chance to win over $50,000 in cash and in-kind resources.

Join us and learn more about emerging life science companies, network with industry thought leaders, and support Hamilton's growing life sciences ecosystem.

The Synapse Life Science Competition is designed to help move innovative Life Science products and services out of the lab and into the market, by pairing up Life Science Innovators with business and entrepreneurship students.

The competition is separated into four phases. In January each year, the competition teams up life science innovators with business, science, and entrepreneurship students from McMaster University and Mohawk College. Together, each team produces business and commercialization plans for their ventures. With additional training session, each team is prepared to pitch or present at the final showcase in March.

Teams have the chance to win over $50,000 in cash and in-kind resources at the final showcase!

What are the parking options at the event?

The Synapse Life Science Competition takes place at McMaster Innovation Park. McMaster Innovation Park currently has capacity for a total of 500 vehicles on site. All lots are clearly signed regarding permits and rates to ensure clarity for all visitors.

Visitor parking payment is required from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday to Friday. Exact change, Mastercard or Visa, are the payment options. Rates are $1.00/hr or $1.25/hr (depending on the lot) with a daily maximum of $7.00 or $8.00. Visitor parking is FREE after 5:00 p.m.

Innovation Factory is the Regional Innovation Centre for Hamilton in the Ontario Network of Entrepreneurs, leveraging funding and support from all three levels of government and the city’s top private sector and institutional partners. Our goal is to stimulate economic activity in this city by helping Hamilton businesses embrace the principals of innovation and strengthening Hamilton’s next generation of job generators.

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